Business Law

Small businesses are the heart of America. When people in Southeast Nebraska want to start a business, they seek out Stehlik Law because we treat client’s business like it was our own and are committed to making our communities continue to develop and thrive. We are here to help you succeed by providing quality advice and representation at every step; from starting a business to running it profitably.

Presenting You With All the Options

Many clients interested in business startup come to us for advice about what type of business entity they should choose. We believe the best service we can offer to our entrepreneur clients is not to tell them what we would choose but to help them make an informed decision for themselves.

Our attorneys will listen to the type of business you are interested in starting and work through issues with you, such as who will be involved, what is your management style, how much personal risk you are comfortable taking, and succession planning. We will then explain the purpose, including pros and cons, of a variety of business entity types so you can choose the one that will best help your enterprise succeed:

Limited liability company (LLC)

Limited partnership (LP) or limited liability partnership (LLP)

C corporation or S corporation

Professional corporation (PC)

Charitable organization

Any other business structure that might be appropriate

Once you have chosen the business structure that best suits your needs, we will help you with every detail of the business formation process such as:

Drafting and filing incorporation documents

Negotiating shareholder agreements

Drafting partnership agreements and LLC operating agreements

Helping you secure financing and reviewing all loan documents

Setting up initial governance and policy documents

Advising you on what you need to do to maintain the benefits of your business structure

Beyond Business Formation Services to General Operations and Disputes

Once your company is set up, a business lawyer’s job is to help you operate profitably, provide you with effective counsel that will allow your business to grow and flourish, and protect your business’ interests when disputes arise. We always seek to address any legal needs you have cost-effectively and resolve disputes rationally. Our long-term business law services include:

Negotiation, drafting and review of contracts and agreements of all types

Advice on any business transaction, including commercial real estate transactions

Resolution of business disputes and employment matters through negotiation, mediation, arbitration or litigation

Tax filings

Business succession planning

Sale and wind-down of businesses

At Stehlik Law, we believe our job to help your business succeed, which will in turn enhance our community and keep the heart of America beating. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation.